English Synonym Finder

creep

Definitions

To move slowly and carefully, especially in order to avoid being heard or noticed.

A person whose behavior is unpleasant, strange, or socially off-putting.

The gradual, often unwanted, physical movement or deformation of a material under stress.

Examples

The ivy began to creep slowly up the side of the old stone wall.

I felt a chill creep down my spine as I walked through the dark hallway.

He tried to creep past the sleeping dog without making a sound.

Synonyms

crawl slither sneak inch tiptoe prowl glide

Antonyms

sprint dash rush bolt race scurry hurry